Just got information about this Ramadan campaign which supports the Manzil Centre for Challenged Individuals in Sharjah (disclosure: my brother attends that school so I have a vested interest in this campaign succeeding!) - do share! So many social media enthusiasts out there sharing photos about things they love... I'm sure people can find time … Continue reading Zurich’s #TrulyLove social media campaign to raise funds for Manzil Centre for Challenged Individuals
Tag: UAE
Documentary about children with autism in the UAE in progress
A press release landed in my inbox about a documentary about children with autism in the UAE. I already watched "The Brain That Sings" by Amal Al-Agroobi at the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) so another movie on the same topic was great news. Yes, there's a lot of awareness nowadays in terms of campaigns, … Continue reading Documentary about children with autism in the UAE in progress
Autism awareness month supported by Hyatt Capital Gate Abu Dhabi
Note: I don't normally post press releases on my blog, but I felt this one warranted a post 🙂 There's a few activities for members of the public to get involved with, so if you're in Abu Dhabi around that time, why not? As part of Hyatt Hotels & Resorts’ international Global Month of Service, … Continue reading Autism awareness month supported by Hyatt Capital Gate Abu Dhabi
Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi
The latest water park on the block in the UAE is the Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi. I was extremely lucky to get to attend the grand opening on January 19, 2013. Getting there is quite easy, it's about a one-hour-and-a-bit drive from the Dubai Media City end of town, and signs on the road will … Continue reading Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi
Participate in a special Sports Carnival + the #manzilbooks update
That's just a small fraction of the books that was loaded into the bus that came to pick it all up a few days ago. I want to thank everyone who donated their books to raise money for Manzil. I had nearly 2,000 in my house, and my father for one, is extremely happy that … Continue reading Participate in a special Sports Carnival + the #manzilbooks update
Special needs children enjoy camping in Fujairah (via Gulf News)
The first time we stayed away from home, the first time we travelled far with our friends and the first time we used a sleeping bag. How many of us will remember these experiences? These and many more experiences were felt during Manzil's overnight camp at Ain Al Madhab Gardens in Fujairah. What made this … Continue reading Special needs children enjoy camping in Fujairah (via Gulf News)
UAE National Day: 40 years on…
The United Arab Emirates has been a part of my life since I can remember. But while I only moved here in 1989, my mother moved here with her family just 5 years after the country was formed. When I asked her about it, this is what she said: "We came here in 1976 from … Continue reading UAE National Day: 40 years on…
Going Pink
I first realized the word 'cancer' existed when I was 8. My paternal grandfather passed away because of it. Eventually I realized there was more than one kind of cancer. And sadly, I know the threat of breast cancer all too well. It has affected many women in my family...and that scares me no end. … Continue reading Going Pink